Virtual Pizza Academy

Learn to make pizza at home.

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Virtual Pizza Academy

Old Forge Double Crust White Pizza (Hybrid Live, 90 Minutes)

Thursday, September 25 7:30-9:00PM (EST) Unlock the secrets of one of Pennsylvania’s most iconic regional...

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Stretch and Launch Like a Pro! (20 minutes, On-Demand)

Master the Stretch & Launch: New York Style Pizza Like a Pro Struggling to stretch...

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Outdoor Pizza Ovens Class (60 minutes - On Demand)

Learn the secrets to making amazing pizza in your Outdoor Pizza Oven! You’ll learn how...

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Neapolitan Slap Mini-Class (5 mintutes - On Demand)

An On-Demand Class for Pizza Purists and Dough Enthusiasts Ready to take your pizza game...

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58% Hydration Dough Mini-Class (8 minutes - On Demand)

Master the Perfect 24 hour Pizza Dough – Anytime, Anywhere! 🍕 Unlock the secret to...

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Virtual Pizza Academy Gift Cards

Looking for the perfect gift for pizza lovers? A Virtual Pizza Academy Gift Card is the...

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We bring you into our kitchen.

At Virtual Pizza Academy, we make it easy and fun to create homemade pizza that rivals your favorite pizzeria. Whether you’re a beginner wondering how to make pizza at home or a seasoned pizza maker perfecting your handmade pan pizza, our expert-led, interactive classes will take your skills to the next level.

Founded by Jim Henry of JimmyHank Pizza and Jim Mirabelli of NEPA Pizza Review, our academy delivers first-class pizza education with engaging online courses that bring you inside our kitchen and makes you part of the action!

Tesimonials.

Pizza Night just got an Upgrade!

"Nothing beats a Friday night at your local pizza shop, but when you want to invite some friends or family over to your place, hosting a pizza party is a great option. This class will enable you to do just that. Jim and Jim make learning easy (and fun). While there is a science to making pizza, there's also an art. These two provide the details and inspire your creative side. Great job!"

Fabulous! Worth Every Penny!

"The Detroit Pizza class was fabulous. It was worth every moment of time and class cost. The class was well organized, registration was a breeze, class materials and presentation were clear and concise. I definitely will be taking more classes and highly recommend to others to take advantage of the opportunity to learn from such skilled and articulate presenters and others in the class."

Inspires Confidence!

"I'm in the process of opening a Pop Up DSP business. Taking Jimmy's class had given me the confidence and the reassurance that my business plan is on track. Thanks again for a great class."

Understand the Process.

"The depth of the explanations were phenomenal. This helped me to understand why you need to do things a specific way. Following the instructions brings a quality product in the end. This is why I failed so many times trying to make this style of pizza, I didn't understand the process. I am so glad you offered this class and provided time for Q&A."

So Professional

"I was blown away by how much I learned in just 90 minutes. The class was done in such a professional way. I can't wait to bake this pizza and I'll be back for more classes for sure.."

True Experts!

"I cannot say enough about how much I learned during the class. The two Jims are low key in the way that true experts are. I loved the explanations regarding how and why they do things a certain way, even when they differ from each other. Now I’m anxious for the weather to improve enough here in western Pennsylvania for me to put what I’ve learned to use. I’m eager to see how much my techniques and pizzas improve after all they’ve taught me. One of the most important lessons was that, just as in most things in life, things seldom go as planned, but the ability and knowledge to adapt to the changing circumstances dictates the difference between a satisfactory outcome and a meltdown. I’m looking forward to their next class. "

Elevate your Pizza Game!

"Jimmy’s Detroit class is amazing. If you’re a home chef or even a professional who is wanting to learn how to make Detroit style pizza, Jimmy’s class will help you every step of the way. From dough making, parbaking, topping, baking and finishing you will learn the art of pizza making along with the many tips and tricks to elevate your pizza making game."

Love the Energy!

This is the second pizza class I have attended with you guys. Love the energy and the knowledge that both of you bring. I learn something new every time I watch you guys cook."

Kickstart your Pizza Making.

This class was a fantastic way to kick-start my pizza making for the summer! Particularly, creating a versatile dough for whatever style you'd like, and tips to cook each style of pizza. I immediately went out to get ingredients and get started for next weekend."

A Wealth of Pizza Knowledge.

"Jim and Jim provide a wealth of pizza knowledge in a fun and engaging virtual format. They break down every aspect of pizza making down to the science which in turn makes me more confident to replicate some of the pizzas I grew up on. Thank you guys!"

The Demonstrations are Excellent!

The content and demonstrations are excellent. Jim and Jim are very relatable and easy to follow.

Highly Recommend, looking forward to atttending more classes.

I’ve been away from NEPA for over 30 years and other than missing my family I’ve missed Old Forge pizza! When I stumbled upon this site I was so excited, and when I saw they did classes I was even more excited. I attended the Old Forge pizza class and was not disappointed! It was so informative, and actually seeing how it was made was priceless! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to make their favorite pizzas at home! I look forward to attending more classes and learning how to make other types of pizzas. Thank you for providing this platform!